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What is this discussion about? Hyundai Sonata, Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Volkswagen Passat, Mazda MAZDA6, Ford Fusion, Chevrolet Malibu, Saturn Aura, Car Comparisons, Sedan


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Re: Suzuki Kizashi 3 to shake-up mid-size sedans [akirby] by aviboy97
May 05, 2008 (10:52 am)
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Replying to: akirby (May 05, 2008 10:18 am)

The NA Mazda6 is built on the same platform as the 2009 JDM Mazda6 and 2003-2008 NA Mazda6, which is the GG/GY platform that Ford adopted and renamed CD3. Technically, it is a Mazda platform.
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Re: Suzuki Kizashi 3 to shake-up mid-size sedans [aviboy97] by akirby
May 05, 2008 (12:53 pm)
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Replying to: aviboy97 (May 05, 2008 10:52 am)

It started as a Mazda platform but Ford modified it for the Fusion, then modified it again for the Edge. It doesn't make sense that Mazda would re-engineer the 03-08 platform to make it larger when the CD3 platform was already available.
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Re: Suzuki Kizashi 3 to shake-up mid-size sedans [akirby] by mz6greyghost
May 05, 2008 (4:20 pm)
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Replying to: akirby (May 05, 2008 12:53 pm)

It doesn't make sense that Mazda would re-engineer the 03-08 platform to make it larger when the CD3 platform was already available.
 
But they did, since it was theirs to modify in the first place. It's also known that the next Fusion will be also on the updated CD3 platform.
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Re: Suzuki Kizashi 3 to shake-up mid-size sedans [mz6greyghost] by akirby
May 05, 2008 (4:37 pm)
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Replying to: mz6greyghost (May 05, 2008 4:20 pm)

So why would Mazda spend all that money to re-engineer the old platform when Ford had already done most of that work with CD3? I'm not saying they didn't change anything, but I'm sure they started with the CD3 platform instead of their old Mazda6 platform. The CD3 was already large enough for the D37 engine.
 
When the CD3 and EUCD platforms merge I'm sure the Mazda6 will use that one as well. Successful companies don't reinvent the wheel.
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09 Mazda6 styling by m6user
May 05, 2008 (4:48 pm)
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I think most Mazda owners are bummed about no hatch and no mtx in the V6, as am I.
 
I see a lot of that but a lot are also calling the front end downright ugly and add that the euro styling rear is a lot sharper which I think is a crock. I love the NA version exhaust pipes.
 
Also, I don't have to dislike my current 07 "6" to appreciate the looks of the new one.
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Re: 09 Sonata on Hyundaiusa.com [backy] by moocow1
May 05, 2008 (4:58 pm)
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Replying to: backy (May 01, 2008 7:31 am)

Personally I've found the 2009 Sonatas are currently about 1500-2000 more compared to the older model currently. A decent spread, but not enough to push anyone away from the obviously better car. It's in my opinion that the new 2009 interior of the sonata is fully comparable and/or better than anything in the accord/camry/fusion/etc. Although I can't say too much about the american mid-sized boys without actually sitting inside.
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Hyundai and Microsoft team up. by tenpin288
May 06, 2008 (9:42 am)
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Here's some interesting news:
 
Hyundai and Microsoft team up
 
MS press release
 
In brief, Hyundai and Microsoft are working on a "Sync"-like system that will be available in some Hyundai products beginning in 2010. Should be interesting to see how much technology they actually incorporate into it.
 
And please, no BSOD jokes!
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Re: Hyundai and Microsoft team up. [tenpin288] by moocow1
May 06, 2008 (10:22 am)
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Replying to: tenpin288 (May 06, 2008 9:42 am)

I think the whole aspect of ford using this as a huge marketing device in the focus is making other companies pay attention. Also it's damn cheap to make and use from what I've heard. Way less than other audio systems out there. I just hope nobody needs to start rebooting their audio systems (See no BSOD JOKE!)
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Re: Hyundai and Microsoft team up. [moocow1] by jeffyscott
May 06, 2008 (10:31 am)
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Replying to: moocow1 (May 06, 2008 10:22 am)

Yes, this fusion of technology via the sync thing seems to be the focus of Ford's advertising. I don't get the appeal, myself as I have no desire to talk to my radio. But then, I also don't want to walk around with a phone or I-pod plugged into my ears at all times, either. So obviously I am completely out of touch with the wishes and desires of most people...

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